Design Engineer FPGA / VHDL

Guildford
3 weeks ago
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We are seeking a Design Engineer with strong FPGA, VHDL and digital board level design experience to lead on sub systems design and integration of various modules into space / satellite systems.
 
Key Purpose Of Job
The Sub-system design engineer role involves owning a mission technical solution, design, and integration of various modules into the satellite.

Key Tasks

Understand the mission requirements and then derive sub-system requirements
Define the OBDH (on board data handling) sub-system architecture and interfaces to other sub-systems
Update existing FPGA designs, and create new FPGA IP cores, against the mission requirements
Generation of appropriate design documentation
Work closely in a core project team, providing technical support to project managers, suppliers, and customers
Responsible for the delivery of all aspects of the defined/delegated package of work which includes, Technical Solution, Budget and ScheduleExperience

Experience of system level design in either the satellite industry or equivalent
Several years experience of FPGA design using VHDL
Several years experience of digital board level designKnowledge & Skills

Knowledge of FPGAs
Knowledge of Lab Test Equipment
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to deliver to challenging schedules
Good inter-personal skills
Organised approach
Good planning skillsBenefits

Highly competitive Salary
Flexible working policies
32 days annual leave + BH
Annual Company Bonus Scheme
Up to 8% employer pension contribution
Life Assurance (6X salary)
Private Health Care
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

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